Comparison

Spectro vs Tinyglim

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Spectro

This app helps you reduce video file sizes while maintaining high quality. It offers smart optimization, hardware acceleration, and advanced encoding for efficient compression. Easily manage, compare, and organize your videos with advanced playback and privacy features.

Highlights
  • Smart Bitrate Optimization
  • Hardware Acceleration
  • Advanced Encoding Algorithms
  • Intuitive Video Management
  • Advanced Playback Features
  • Task Queue for Batch Compression
  • Privacy Protection with Face ID/Touch ID
Features
Read full description

Spectro is the ultimate video compression tool designed to help you maximize storage space without sacrificing quality. Key features include: • Smart Bitrate Optimization – Analyzes video content to determine the optimal bitrate, significantly reducing file sizes. • Hardware Acceleration – Utilizes Apple’s media engine for fast compression, support Average Bitrate mode and Constant Quality mode. • Advanced Encoding Algorithms – Preserves critical details while efficiently compressing less essential areas. • Intuitive Video Management – Easily browse, organize, and sort videos with comprehensive file details. • Advanced Playback Features – Supports Picture-in-Picture, autoplay, zoom control, lock screen playback, Apple Watch support, Kiosk read-only mode, and keyboard shortcuts. • Metadata and Resource Viewer – Inspect all metadata and sub-resources of a video, play each resource individually, including hidden originals. • Task Queue – Batch compress multiple videos, perfect for overnight processing. • Multi-Device Support – Monitor compression progress across all Apple devices, view progress from your iPhone, and remotely manage tasks. • Quality Comparison – Compare compressed videos with originals to check visual and audio quality, and easily manage or delete original files. • Privacy First – Built-in privacy protection with Face ID/Touch ID support for photo library access. Whether you're a professional video creator or an everyday user, Spectro provides an efficient, reliable solution for video compression and management. Download now and start saving storage space! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Tinyglim

Explore minimalist photography on an elegant platform focused on visual storytelling. Organize your work with albums and enjoy high-definition images without ads or tracking.

Highlights
  • Masonry Feed
  • Album Management
  • High-Definition Quality
  • Privacy Focused
  • No Ads
  • No Tracking
Features
Read full description

Discover the art of minimalist photography with Tinyglim. A clean, elegant platform designed for photo enthusiasts who appreciate high-quality visual storytelling. Key Features: - Masonry Feed: A seamless, artistic browsing experience. - Album Management: Organize your inspiration with ease. - High-Definition Quality: Experience photos in their truest resolution. - Privacy First: No ads, no tracking, just pure art. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Spectro4 screens
Tinyglim4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Tinyglim at every 5 days against Spectro's monthly. Spectro's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Spectro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Tinyglim sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Spectro against 5.0 for Tinyglim. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spectro ships an update monthly, Tinyglim every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Spectro versus Tinyglim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpectroTinyglim
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMengke WANG文吉 李

Customer experience

Spectro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Tinyglim

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Spectro

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$19.99
1 purchases

Tinyglim

One-time1
  • Tinyglim Pro$19.99

Questions

Is Spectro free?
Spectro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tinyglim free?
Tinyglim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spectro or Tinyglim?
Spectro and Tinyglim are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Spectro or Tinyglim have ads?
Neither Spectro nor Tinyglim shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spectro or Tinyglim?
Spectro ships an update monthly, and Tinyglim every 5 days. Most recently, Spectro was updated on June 8, 2026 and Tinyglim on September 18, 2026.

Other comparisons